FAQs Post Graduate Executive Programme-Financial Markets (1 year Weekend Programme) Q1. I want to know about 1 year, weekend, PGEP-Financial Markets Programme. The Post Graduate Executive Programme in Financial Markets (PGEP-FM) is jointly offered by National Institute of Financial Management (NIFM), Faridabad an autonomous body promoted by Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India and National Stock Exchange (NSE), the world s 3 rd largest stock exchange. The PGEP-FM is a 1 year, 4 quadmester programme to be held in Delhi NCR in weekend format on Saturday and Sunday for working professionals. Q2. What career opportunities are available on completion of PGEP-FM? The financial markets in general and stock market in particular are set for major growth with the formation of stable government at the centre. As per research conducted by Mc Kinsey & Co. study for Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, Govt. of Gujarat, financial sector will create 1,00,00,000 plus professionals by 2020. PGEP-FM prepares you for multiple career options in financial markets comprising of capital market, mutual funds, derivative, currency and commodity markets, financial services etc. One can go for lucrative career opportunities in investment banking, treasury, research & analytics, wealth management, stock broking, surveillance, compliance, risk management, asset management, financial journalism etc. Q3. Why should I join 1 year, executive weekend, PGEP-FM? PGEP-FM is a weekend, programme designed specifically for working executives, who want to enhance their career without leaving the present job and without compromising on the quality of classroom based learning. The classes are held on weekends on Saturday and Sunday at centrally located NSE office in Delhi and state of the art campus of NIFM, Faridabad. The PGEP-FM is designed jointly by experts from NIFM and NSE to fulfill the skill gap in the financial market industry. The international exposure to financial centres and stock exchange is an essential part of the programme. The emphasis is on experiential learning through seminars, presentations, workshops, industry visits etc. Students can practice on a web based software to develop financial markets skills anytime, anywhere in addition to training on advanced financial market softwares like NSE-TAME, Capitaline, MetaStock etc. Q4. Is visit to International Stock Exchange compulsory for all the students? Yes, it is compulsory for all students, to develop their global competencies. Q5. I want to know about course structure? The program has been designed to cover 20 papers in 4 quadmesters. Following is list of papers which will be taught during the course:
Quadmester 1 1. Financial Institutions and Markets 2. Capital Market Operations 3. Quantitative Methods of Financial Markets 4. Accounting and Taxation for Managers 5. Economics for Financial Markets Quadmester 2 1. Corporate Finance including Mergers & Acquisitions 2. Equity Derivative Market Operations 3. Corporate and Capital Market Laws 4. International Financial Reporting Standards 5. Commodities Markets Operations Quadmester 3 1. Bank Management 2. Computer Application in Finance 3. Financial Valuation and Modelling 4. Options Trading Strategies 5. Equity Research Quadmester 4 1. Foreign Exchange Management Currency Market 2. Technical Analysis 3. Financial Advisory Services 4. Mutual Funds & Fixed Income Securities 5. Project Work Q6. How will I learn the practical skills of market without losing money? The post graduate programme in financial markets lays lot of emphasis on skill development. Generally the employers are reluctant in taking fresh candidates as they do not possess live trading skills. When a fresh candidate operates in live market, there are chances of huge losses due to lack of expertise and skills. This problem has been solved by NSE by designing an specialized market simulation software, to simulate the live market conditions. This is web based software called NLT (NSE Learn to Trade). In addition to market simulation lab in the campus, students can learn the investment and trading skills using NLT at any time and from anywhere as per their convenience. Q7. What is the teaching methodology for the PGEP-FM? The teaching methodology is practical, hands-on and real-time, rather than merely theoretical. The class room lectures are supplemented by regular business presentations, seminars, workshops etc. The market skills are developed through market simulation software NLT, projects and assignments, participation in business channels and internship. Students are encouraged to make presentations, participate in case studies and group discussion and role plays. In order to provide global exposure, visit to international financial centres and stock exchange is essential part of the programme.
Q8. What is the status of PGEP-Financial Markets? The field of financial market is an emerging academic discipline in India. The 1 year weekend PGEP-FM, are designed and developed by experts from National Stock Exchange, the world s 3 rd and no. 1 stock exchange in India and National Institute of Financial Management, a society established by Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India. The certificate for the 1 year Post Graduate Executive Programme In Financial Markets is awarded jointly by National Institute of Financial Management and National Stock Exchange. It is clarified that PGEP-FM is neither a degree nor a diploma and is not recognized either by AICTE or UGC. Q9. What is the total number of seats available for the programme? PGEP-FM have a maximum intake capacity of 60 each. Q10. Is there any age limit? There is no age limit for the programme, but it is desirable that the candidate is below 50 years of age. Q11. What is the eligibility for admission? A candidate who is a graduate from a recognised Indian university and 2 years of work experience is eligible to apply. The work experience can be full time, part time or selfemployed. The 2 years of work experiences should be as on 31 st July 2014. Q12. What is the selection procedure for weekend PGEP-FM? Candidates are required to satisfy themselves about the eligibility and suitability for the program keeping in mind their career goals. In case of any doubt or clarification they are also encouraged to consult the education counsellor by phone, email or personal contact before registering for the program. The candidates will be called for counselling cum admission on 21 st / 22 nd Aug 14 at NSE office, New Delhi. If they are found eligible and suitable, they will be offered admission on the same day. Once a candidate is offered admission for the PGEP-FM, he/she should come prepared to pay the fees of 1 st Installment as per FAQ No 16 either by Demand Draft or Online Transfer on the same day, failing which the seat will be offered to the next candidate. Q13. What is the admission process for government sponsored or corporate sponsored candidates? The government sponsored and corporate sponsored candidates are eligible for direct admission PGEP-FM without undergoing interview.
Q14. Will classes take place at NSE Delhi or NIFM Faridabad for the weekend PGEP-FM? The weekend PGEP-FM will begin with 1 week of immersion programme in picturesque state of the art campus of NIFM Faridabad. Thereafter, the classes will be held on Saturday and Sunday at centrally located office of NSE Delhi or NIFM Faridabad depending upon the paper. The schedule for location of classes will be announced well in advance. Q15. If selected, which documents do I need to submit and when? At the time of registration, you are required to submit a copy of following documents and bring originals for verification. Copy of 10 th, 12 th and Graduation mark sheet. Copy of your Work Experience Certificates/ Relieving Letter. Q16. What is the investment needed for the weekend PGEP-FM? The investment for the programme is Rs.2,50,000/-. The payment options are 1. Lump sum payment of Rs.2,50,000/- on or before 21 st / 22 nd August 2014. 2. Installments Scheme 1 - Two installments of Rs. 1,30,000/- each, 1 st instalment on or before 21 st / 22 nd August 2014 and 2 nd instalment 15 days before start of 3 rd quadmester. 3. Installments Scheme 2 Four installments of Rs. 67,500/- each, 1 st instalment on or before 21 st / 22 nd August 2014 and balance instalments 15 days before start of 2 nd, 3 rd and 4 th quadmester. Q17. What does the investment include for weekend PGEP-FM? Investment includes cost of international visit (air fare & lodging charges). It also includes cost of study material, examination & certification, working lunch and tea during week end classes. Lodging and boarding facility is not included in the investment and the participant would be charged separately as per the prevailing norms of NIFM. The costs, if any, not specifically mentioned are not included in the investment for the programme.
Q18. How can I make payment for the program? The amount for the program or investment can be paid in any of the 4 modes given below. 1. By Net Banking (Direct Debit) 2. By National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT) / Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS). Amount can be transferred to institution Bank of Maharashtra / Axis bank Account. Payment through Online Transfer:- The following are the details of bank account of NIFM for making payment through e- transfer. In Bank of Maharashtra Name of the Account Holder Name of the Bank Address of Bank National Institute of Financial Management Bank of Maharastra D2 /1-2 Chowk, NIT, Faridabad. Current Account Number 20020500760 IFSC Code MAHB0000365 MICR No. 110014017 In Axis Bank Name of the Account Holder Name of the Bank Address of Bank National Institute of Financial Management Axis Bank NIT, Faridabad. Current Account Number 348010100080918 IFSC Code UTIB0000348 MICR No. 110211034 3. By Demand Draft in favour of National Institute of Financial Management, payable at Faridabad or New Delhi.
19. I want to apply for the weekend PGEP-FM. How should I proceed? Please send application in the prescribed form which can be downloaded from the NSE/NIFM website. The completed application along with resume, proof of educational qualification, work experience and a Demand Draft of Rs.900/- drawn in favour of National Institute of Financial Management; payable at New Delhi or Faridabad, be sent to National Stock Exchange of India Ltd., 4 th Floor, Jeevan Vihar Building, Parliament Street, New Delhi 110001. The envelop should be superscribed by Application for PGEP-FM. Alternatively, one can submit the application by paying Rs.900/- in cash at National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.; New Delhi. Q20. What are the important dates for PGEP-FM 2014-15 Batch? Activities Application process close Counselling cum Admission Session starts on Date 18 th Aug 14 21 st Aug / 22 nd Aug 14 25 th Aug 14 Q21. If I need any further clarification, whom can I contact? In case you need any further assistance or clarification you can contact Education Counselors at 9718930064 / 9582230057 / 011-49393057 / 49393062. You can also email to pgepfm@nse.co.in ***